I only lost about 1/3 of my hair...all at the temple and the front section of my scalp and just thinned a little in the back
It came out in chunks about day 24, so I shaved it. I thought that was the only way I could deal with it, to take what little control I had been left with. It immediately started to grow back in on the top and back. I razor shaved it several times because my hair physically hurt my scalp when i slept on it or washed it.
I have to say, being bald, although it took me a bit to get to the point, was liberating. I don't feel ashamed about my baldness as I once felt and I don't
focus on my "hair deficit" now, which allows me to steer my focus away from the diagnosis and more toward the positive things in my life. I got
wigs, hats, bandannas and such, but rarely wear them unless it is cold outside or there is a special occasion. I wear nothing on my head at work....wigs are not user-friendly with these incessant hot flashes. Basically, hair loss, like everything related to cancer treatment, is totally different for everyone. The only constant is that losing part of your femininity is very frustrating and difficult, so do whatevr it is that makes you feel good about yourself and I send you love and prayers during your fight
Steph C
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